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Private hire driver in court for touting for work without licence after Creamfields
A PRIVATE hire driver from Widnes has been sentenced by the courts for touting for work without a licence after Creamfields. Stephen Kelly was handed a 12-month conditional discharge this week following an investigation and successful prosecution
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Cheshire company to lead recruitment for power plant in Poland
A CHESHIRE recruitment company has been appointed as a recruitment partner for Poland’s inaugural nuclear power plant project. Talascend International are a recruitment agency based in Birchwood that work across life sciences, legal, rail infrastructure
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Elegant Cheshire mansion with ornate gardens up for auction
A STUNNING mansion in the Cheshire countryside is set to be auctioned later this month with a guide price of £1,450,000. Grade II listed Willaston Hall is situated on almost four acres of land, including formal gardens and a wildflower paddock.
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Crews spend three hours tackling blaze in disused Chester buildings
Four fire crews spent three hours tackling a blaze in two empty buildings in the city on Friday night (April 12). Residents in the Wrexham Road area were warned to keep their windows and doors closed while two crews from Chester, one from Ellesmere
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Why Japanese Knotweed is a problem and what to do if you find some
Brits up and down the country worry about invasive plants - like Japanese Knotweed - causing chaos to their homes and gardens. Rightfully so since experts have described the likes of Japanese Knotweed as a "horticultural horror story". The
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One of longest-staying RSPCA dogs in England is in Cheshire branch
ONE of the longest-staying RSPCA dogs in England who is currently in the branch’s Warrington kennels is looking for his forever home. Four-year-old lurcher Alvin was originally rescued by the charity from a property in the West Midlands back in
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Looking for a new best friend? Study reveals the UK's most affordable dog breeds
Has National Pet Day got you searching for a new best friend but you don't want to break the bank? Look no further. Award-winning pet insurance provider, The Insurance Emporium has revealed its most (and least) affordable dog breeds for 2024.
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Revised housing scheme submitted for derelict site after previous refusal
RESIDENTS have objected to a revised scheme for homes on a derelict Crewe brownfield site because no parking is provided – which was one reason planners turned down a previous application. The latest proposal for the site at 332 West Street is
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Plans for ‘Bolt of Lightning’ sculpture approved
PLANS for the erection of a ‘fantastic’ sculpture which relates to the ‘historical significance’ of RAF Burtonwood and pays homage to the area’s history have been approved. An application proposing the ‘The Bolt of Lightning’ public art sculpture
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University of Chester students shortlisted for award
LAW students from the University of Chester have been shortlisted for a prestigious national award at the House of Lords. It is in recognition of their volunteer work with those experiencing domestic abuse. Students have been announced as finalists
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Money Saving Expert warning to everyone aged 40 to 73 missing out on £5,500
Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert team is urging anyone between the ages of 40 and 73 to act in order to turn £800 into £5,500. The Money Saving Expert team have highlighted the deadline to top up your voluntary National Insurance contributions
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Fresh plans give dates for demolition of remainder of Fiddler’s Ferry power station
FRESH plans have been submitted for the demolition of the remaining structures at Fiddler’s Ferry power station – including dates when this is likely. The Cuerdley power station began operations in 1971 and was fully commissioned by 1973. It
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Update on town's Wildwood restaurant as owner reveals plan to shut 18 venues
WILDWOOD in Northwich looks to be safe amid plans to close more than a dozen venues. Tasty, the firm behind the Italian restaurant chain, has revealed plans to shut around 20 loss-making sites as part of a major restructuring. While details
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Budding young architects are being recruited to design the home of the future
CHILDREN are being recruited to design the homes of the future. Redrow North West is looking for youngsters from across Cheshire to design a house suitable for 2074. It comes as the housebuilder celebrates its 50th birthday. Anna Evans-Kerr
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Meet Daisy the 'wonder dog' found safe after two days and nights on the run
DAISY has been hailed a ‘wonder dog’ after surviving two days and nights on the run without a scratch. Hundreds turned out to search for the little white Bichon Frise after she escaped through a door that was accidentally left open. The rescue
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Cheshire pubs 'over the moon' to win Best Drinks Act at Publican Awards 2024
CHESHIRE pubs saved from the brink of closure are celebrating after winning a prestigious national accolade. Cheshire Cat Pubs and Bars Ltd won Best Drinks Act at the Publican Awards 2023, the equivalent to the industry’s ‘Oscars’. All seven
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This country pub in the Cheshire village of Alderley Edge could be yours for £940k
A PUB nestled in the heart of a Cheshire village is up for sale. The Oakwood on Brook Lane, Alderley Edge, is being marketed by Savills for offers in excess of £940,000. The pub is opposite Alderley Edge Golf Club just a walk away from the
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Driving range and mini golf course could soon boast padel tennis courts
A DRIVING range and mini golf course could soon be offering padel tennis to its customers. A planning application has been submitted to Cheshire East Council to create three padel tennis courts on The Beeches Golf site off Chelford Road in Ollerton